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We hope you have had such a blessed holiday! We did!! We have so much to be grateful for. First and foremost is Aidan's health. Not too long ago he wasn't breathing and we sat day by day praying for his recovery. Our prayers along with all of yours were heard and we were able to celebrate this holiday season with Aidan home. We could not have gotten through these last few months if it were not for your help. The calls, visits, meals, financial contributions, love and support was truly unbelievable! Even today we are still receiving support by means of cards, store gift cards and financial gifts.
On Christmas Eve day Zack, Taylor and Aidan and I were home talking about Christmas. Zack said, " Mom do you think this is going to be the best Christmas ever?" I replied, " I don't see why not Zack we already have so much to be happy about." Then he said, "Mom I want to go on a trip." I said " Me too Zack. Where would you like to go?" He replied, " Disney!" I said, " Me too Zack. Let's start saving and I promise we will make it happen this year sometime!"
Just about 2 hours later the door bell rang and the kids and I went to answer it. It was a woman from the Randolph support staff acting as our Christmas Angel. She explained that they read about our story in the Randolph Reporter and have been following the blog. They along with the BOE Grounds crew decided to forgo their holiday party and make a donation to our family. They thought what greater gift then the gift of cash to a family who has had a rough few months. She came in and we shared her story with Aidan. He opened the card and out fell a lot of cash. Aidan went crazy! He was screaming, smiling , laughing and down right elated. I really can't remember when I saw him so happy. He asked , "How much is it?" I explained it's rude to ask that question but Jenette said to count it. So he did. They generously donated $500. She explained it's for the family to do with want they wanted and it came to us... DISNEY! It's a start. Of coarse the boys have no concept on how much it costs to go so I needed to explain - this is a start. So we put it in the jug and vowed to continue to make contributions to make our trip a reality. Santa came early! The Christmas Angels of the Randolph Support Staff and the BOE Grounds crew made our Christmas a continued stream of gratitude for everything we've received these last few months for all of you!
The above link is from our party on Nov 13th. You do not need to pay anything to set up an account with snap fish so log in and view the great photos courtesy of good friend Pete Mauro.
Thanks again to everyone. We are wealthy with love and gratitude. We have each other and we have you. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! We wish you all the best always and especially for a terrific 2011.
Aidan is busy with PT, OT a few times a week and continues to make great strides. After 5 weeks of struggle we were successful in obtaining him help in school to catch up on his skills and with PT. He's confidence gets better with his increased successes. He's had to endure more than most would ever in their lives and yet even today he said to me, "Mom why do you think God allowed me to get this virus? Is he just testing me to see if I could handle it?" I said, " God gives us only what we can handle Aidan and he probably knew how strong you were and that you were able to work hard to show yourself you could beat it and return even stronger." I followed with how proud of him I was and how much me and many others love him. He should also be proud of himself!
Stay tuned.. we'll keep you updated. Thanks again and have a Happy and HEALTHY New Year!
Love,
Kim, Taylor, Zack and Aidan
